1999 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | NSX | 1500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 109 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |